1. Design and Planning
Blueprints/Plans: Custom or pre-designed floor plans for a tiny house, taking into consideration the space available and your needs for each room.
Permits: Depending on your location, you may need building permits for construction, plumbing, electrical work, and more.
2. Materials
Foundation: Options include concrete slab, crawl space, or a trailer for mobility (if building a mobile tiny home).
Framing and Lumber: Quality wood or metal framing for the structure.
Roofing: Choose between metal roofing, shingles, or other materials that suit your weather conditions.
Insulation: Proper insulation is essential to maintain temperature control in a tiny house. Options include spray foam, fiberglass, or cellulose.
Windows and Doors: Energy-efficient windows and doors to ensure safety, security, and energy savings.
3. Interior Materials
Flooring: Options vary from hardwood, laminate, tiles, or carpet depending on your style and budget.
Walls and Ceilings: Drywall, tongue-and-groove wood, or shiplap for the interior walls.
Plumbing and Fixtures: Pipes, faucets, showers, toilets, and a water heater are necessary for a functional bathroom and kitchen.
Electrical Wiring and Fixtures: Ensure safe wiring for lighting, appliances, and outlets, as well as any necessary electrical equipment like a breaker box.
Appliances: Space-saving appliances like a compact fridge, stovetop, microwave, and washer/dryer combo.
4. Space Planning
Living Room: Use multi-functional furniture like fold-out couches or convertible furniture to maximize space.
Kitchen: A compact kitchen layout with a small stove, sink, and plenty of storage solutions like overhead cabinets or pull-out shelves.
Bathroom: A space-efficient shower, a composting or regular toilet, and a small sink.
Bedroom: Space-efficient furniture such as a loft bed, pull-out bed, or a Murphy bed.
5. Construction and Tools
Basic Tools: Hammer, nails, saw, drill, screws, levels, tape measure, and more.
Skilled Labor: Depending on your experience, you might need help from professionals like electricians, plumbers, or builders to ensure the house meets local codes and is properly constructed.
